2008 Nissan Maxima vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 987 kg more than 2008 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Maxima | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Maxima | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3505 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |